Discover Kessin

The historic church complex, with its thatched Torkaten, forms the heart of the parish in Kessin. Together with a protected rectory, events with specific dates and a connection to rowing, these topics shape travel planning. This lets you discover Kessin according to your interests in architectural history, parish life or rowing.

Church, Torkaten and Rectory

The church in Kessin was built in the 12th or 13th century and was first mentioned in a document in 1171. During restoration in 1977, large sections of the medieval wall paintings were restored. The historic church complex includes the thatched Torkaten; the rectory lies northwest of the church, was built in 1696 and is a protected cultural monument. The different periods tell distinct parts of the town’s history: the construction period and documentary mention place the early history of the church in context, 1696 dates the rectory, and 1977 dates the restoration of the wall paintings. For a trip focused on architecture and heritage conservation, Kessin offers several specific points of historical interest.

Parish Life and Event Dates

In 2024, the summer courtyard festival in the parish’s historic churchyard was announced as an annual event. The 2024 edition featured children’s games and the Torkaten café. Check the current dates before visiting. On 8 November 2024, Kessin also held a St Martin’s Day celebration with a play performed by the kindergarten children and a lantern procession through the village.

From February to May 2026, Handwerkelei, a craft activity, was scheduled to take place at the Torkaten every two weeks. Children’s games and the St Martin’s play are specific points of interest if you would like to include events in your travel plans when visiting with children. The various activities are tied to specific dates; the history of the buildings and the town offers a separate focus.

Rowing and Getting There

The boat house of the Kessin rowing club, Olympischer Ruderclub von 1956 e. V., can be reached on bus route 113, getting off at the Kessin, ORC stop. If rowing is one of your interests, this is a distinct point of interest for your travel plans. Check the latest service information for the route before setting off.

Culture in the Wider Destination of Dummerstorf

The wider destination of Dummerstorf also has its own cultural and historical attractions. Dummerstorf Manor House was built between 1714 and 1717 in the Baroque style as the ancestral seat of the Mecklenburg noble family von Preen and is a listed building. An association makes both halls accessible to the public for events such as concerts, readings and talks. For current event details, check the organiser’s information. Kavelstorf Autobahn Church is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Once your travel dates are set, first check the latest event dates. The history of the buildings and the town offers independent topics for your plans. When choosing accommodation in Kessin, this distinction can help you decide whether to focus on the historic setting or a programme tied to specific dates.

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